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Page 1: Relocation Resource Guide, San Jose CA

Relocation

GRESOURCE uide

RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE

San Jose

Surrounding Areasand

(408) 491-1600

1045 Willow Street, San Jose, California 95125

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Serving the Santa Clara Valley for over 34 years.

CROSS LAND SURVEYING, INC.

Kristina D. ComererProfessional Land Surveyor No. 6766

2210 Mt. Pleasant RoadSan Jose, CA 95148

(408) 274-7994

· Boundary Surveys

· Topographic Surveys

· Lot Line Adjustments

GETGET INSURANCE

SERVICES & ASSOCIATESS I N C E 1 9 7 2

TOM GURSKEOffice (408) 279-7171 Toll Free (888) 878-0441

[email protected]

1060 Wil low Street #8 , San Jose CA 95125

Ÿ Auto, Home, Life

Ÿ Home Refinancing

Ÿ Business, Fire

Ÿ Earthquake

Ÿ Apartment Owner

Insurance

Ÿ Living Trust

Ÿ Long-Term Care

Ÿ Umbrella Policy

Ÿ Mortgage Protection

Ÿ Landlord Policy

Ÿ Renters Insurance

Ÿ Condo/Townhouse

Ÿ HOA’s

Ÿ No-Cost Review of all

insurance needs

Ÿ Referrals are always

appreciated!

CA Brokers Lic# 0440348

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RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE

Welcome... Thank you for your interest in our dynamic community. If you are a first time visitor; we know you will find this area a wonderful place to live, retire and/or raise a family. If you are a long time resident, you already know about the wonderful things our area has to offer.

At Coldwell Banker, our goal is to make your move an easy one... whether it’s across town or across the country. Our sales associates put their customers first and look forward to assisting you with the purchase and sale of your new home.

Thank you for choosing Coldwell Banker to assist you with your real estate needs. Please call us with any additional questions, or stop by one of our offices.

John ScaglioneBranch Manager

1045 Willow StreetSan Jose, California 951251(408)491-1600

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able of ContentsTGENERAL INFORMATION

LOCAL PROFESSIONALS

Welcome Letter

Agents Group Photo

Who Are We?

Willow Glen History

Relocation Facts

Coldwell Banker Concierge

Buying a Home in a Buyers Market

Is it a Good Time to Buy a Home?

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You will find in this book a number of helpful advertisements by local professionals who will help you with home related services normally needed before, during or after the real estate transaction.

AREA RUG/CARPET CLEANING

Deluxe Dye Works

& Area Rug Cleaners

BATH AND SINK REFINISHING

New Glaze

CARPET AND INTERIORS

Bitticks Carpet And Interiors Inc.

DRAPERIES, BLINDS, SHADES

Floor Coverings, Rugs, Wall Accents, Furniture,

Florals, Color Consultation and Interior Design

Pauls Draperies

GENERAL CONTRACTOR

Construction Dynamics

GRANITE/STONE

Bay Stone Depot

HOTEL

Santa Clara Marriott

INSURANCE

Tom Gurske Insurance Agency

Yvonne Kendall (State Farm)

INTERIOR DESIGN

Design 2 Interiors

LOCKSMITH

Modern Lock and Security

MOLD REMEDIATION

H2O Damage Pro

MORTGAGE (In House Lender)

Princeton Capital

MOVING

Ace Relocation Systems

...........................................................453-1054

...........................................................................929-6108

.......................................226-0383

....................................................................720-9393

.......................................................294-6325

..................................................................441-1114

............................................................988-1500

............................................279-7171

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................................................................284-0100

..................................................294-2364

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IBC

IFC

IBC

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IFC

BC

PAINTING CONTRACTOR

A Team Painting

PLUMBING

Plumb Perfect

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Valley Management Group

REMODELING/DESIGN

Cornerstone Limited

ROCK

Granite Rock

ROOFING

Roof Guard

STORAGE

A1 Self Storage

Bay Area Self Storage

Willow Glen Storage

SURVEYING

Crossland Surveying

TERMITE AND WATER DAMAGE

Restoration/Kitchen and Bath Remodeling

Pacific Coast General Construction Inc.

..................................................................830-9327

......................................................................210-8754

..................................................286-4200

............................................................370-3366

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..........................................................................293-9519

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This resource guide does not guarantee the performance of work done by these

sponsors. COMPETITIVE EDGE and/or COLDWELL BANKER SAN JOSE will

not be held liable for any problems encountered when dealing with these companies.

However, all sponsors in the guide are committed to serving you with their utmost

professionalism.

Published by: COMPETITIVE EDGE

PO Box 8357, Truckee CA 96161

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Q U A L I T Y • I N T E G R I T Y • D E P E N D A B I L I T Y

One Stop Services

Ÿ Remodeling

Ÿ Repair

Ÿ Foreclosure Service

Ÿ Short Sale Service

Ÿ Commercial

Ÿ Residential

Ÿ Dry Wall/Texture

Ÿ All Wood Work

Ÿ Floor Work

Ÿ Electric

Ÿ Plumbing

Ÿ General Work

Call us for a FREE Estimate (408) 830-9327

LIC#746182 / LIC#B905740

State Contractors License Number: C806784

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RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE

San Jose

(408) 491-1600

1045 Willow Street, San Jose, California 95125- 4 -

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The story of Coldwell Banker is one of leadership and success. Our rich history began in San

Francisco in 1906. In the time immediately before the First World War, when Colbert Coldwell

and Benjamin Arthur Banker were striving to establish a real estate business, San Francisco was

hardly the booming market it is today. The city’s western half was shrub-covered dunes.

Downtown business practices were nearly as informal as they’d been during the Gold Rush.

Much of the city was still in ruins from the 1906 earthquake.

Unscrupulous businessmen were out to take advantage of the situation. In an industry where

straight dealing had become optional, Coldwell and Banker saw an opportunity to distinguish

themselves by offering honest, knowledgeable and competent real estate services, bringing

much-needed integrity to the profession. The exceptional standards set by these real

estate pioneers, who blazed a trail the entire industry would eventually follow, remain

the hallmark of Coldwell Banker.

Today, the Coldwell Banker Northern California network includes 68 offices and more

than 4,800 Sales Associates. While strongly connected to the national organization and

its values, it is managed locally and independently. Our focus has always been

on the needs of our local communities. We represent the top Sales Associates in

the area, supported by the strongest Managers in the industry.

Who We Are... Company Profile

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Residential Remodeling SpecialistsSINCE 1987

ConstructionDynamics

ConstructionDynamics

Ÿ Construction consulting Ÿ Complete kitchen & bath remodelingŸ Termite and dry rot repairsŸ Roof inspections, replacement, repairsŸ Home inspection work performedŸ Foundation restoration & boltingŸ Decks, replacement, repairsŸ Electrical, plumbing instillationŸ Granite, marble & tile installedŸ Gutters repairs & replacementŸ Sheetrock/Stucco/Siding repairŸ Flooring installation (all types)Ÿ Window & door replacementŸ Painting, interior & exterior

General Contractors Lic. # 504341

Office: (408)294-6325Fax: (408)280-7454Email: [email protected]

648 Thornton WaySan Jose, California 95128

Realtor Friendly Give us a Call - We Can do it All!

www.WillowGlenStorage.comwww.WillowGlenStorage.com

Quality StorageLow Prices • Great Service

Boat & RV StorageBoxes, Locks & More!

408-267-0422408-267-04222220 Canoas Garden Ave

San Jose CA 95125

PRODUCTS AND SERVICES

Building and Landscaping Supplies

Natural Stone | Retaining Walls

Rock, Sand and Gravel | Pavers

Delivery Services

GREEN BUILDING MATERIALS

LEED accredited professionals on staff

High-Fly Ash Concrete

Pervious Concrete and Permeable Pavers

Regionally Harvested and Manufactured Aggregate, Concrete, and Asphalt

Recycled Materials, and Services

CUPERTINO DESIGN CENTER 408.996.4500 1505 South DeAnza Boulevard

REDWOOD CITY CONCRETE & BUILDING MATERIALS 650.482.4100330 Blomquist Street

graniterock.com

ROCK

THIS

HOUSE

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Willow Glen Elementary School’s original building on Lincoln and Pine Avenues stood on land donated by Royal Cottle, a brother of Ira Cottle, for whom Cottle Avenue was named. Royal Cottle was a strong advocate for education and donated part of his 140-acre Willow Glen Farm for the community’s first school: Willow Glen Elementary School.

Lincoln Avenue was originally called “El Abra”, but by the mid-1860’s, its name had been changed to Willow Glen Road. Shortly after the assassination of President Lincoln in 1865, residents agreed to call it Lincoln Avenue.

A streetcar took turn-of-the-century Glenites down eucalyptus-lined Lincoln Avenue to downtown San Jose.

Skyrocketing land prices in Willow Glen are nothing new. In 1887, Willow Glen farms cost 10 times as much as other farms in the San Jose area. Willow Glen farms produced wheat, barley, potatoes, onions, beets and corn easily and in abundance, earning the community a reputation as one of the best farming areas in San Jose.

Immediately after the Willow Glen Neighborhood Association formed in 1973, its members lobbied to keep the city from widening Bird and Pine Avenues, which would have been turned into major thoroughfares. The association’s efforts were successful and the city dropped the road-widening projects. Less than one dozen merchants formed Willow Glen’s first business association in the 1920’s. In 1949, members renamed the group the Willow Glen Business and Professional Association.

In 1927, there were seven commercial businesses on Lincoln Avenue. In 1928 there were eight. In 1929, there were 19, and by 1930 there were 32.

The Willow Glen Methodist Episcopal Church was founded in 1863, the same year as Willow Glen Elementary School. Initially, the church met in the public schoolhouse at Lincoln Avenue and Malone Road.

In 1936, Willow Glen residents voted 978 to 871 in favor of annexing to San Jose. The main reason had to do with Willow Glen’s poor sewage system. There was no citywide sewage system; rather, individual septic tanks were located beneath each home. Annexing to San Jose was the cheapest solution to Willow Glen’s sewage problems.

The Roberto-Sunol Adobe, adjacent to the Willow Glen boundary across Los Gatos Creek, is the oldest home in the Willow Glen. It was originally the ranch house for the 2,219-acre Rancho de Los Coches, owned by an American Indian from the Santa Clara Mission named Roberto.

Willow Glen History...

Some Interesting Historical Facts About Willow Glen

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A FULL-SERVICE INTERIOR DESIGN STUDIO

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RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE

RELOCATION FACTSBringing MoreBuyers to You

#1 RelocationCompany Worldwide

Ÿ Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage is a principal broker for Cartus in Northern California.

Ÿ Additionally, we are considered a preferred partner for Sirva and Altair and we work with many of the other third party companies listed below.

Ÿ Well-qualified, corporate relocated buyers with relocation benefits.

Ÿ We bring more buyers to your listings than any other brokerage.

Cartus is the industry leader, with a long tradition of meeting diverse client needs. They are the company that helps America’s top corporations and the U.S. Government seamlessly move their employees from city-to-city, state-to-state and country-to-country.

Cartus manages over 187,000 employee relocations annually from companies of all sizes. These include emerging firms that may move only a handful of employees to half of the fortune 100. Relocation buyers are preapproved and ready to buy now.

#1 Relocation ProvideMarket Share byPercentage of Moves

Still considering another broker?Don’t forget to ask how they’ll bring more buyers to your home. With our Relocations reach, there is no question.

Cartus34.3%

Sirva14.6%

Other14.3%

Prudential8.9%

Weichart8.4%

Lexicon, 2.6%

NuCompass Mobility,

2.8%

Brookfield Global,

3.1%

Graebel, 3.3%

Altair, 3.4%

Capital, 4.4%

Source: The Relocation Intelligencer, LLC - March, 2010, White Paper #8

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RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE

We can help you with the detailsof buying and selling a home,

so you can focus on the details of living.

COLDWELL BANKER CONCIERGE®

It’s easy to get overwhelmed by all of the arrangements that need to be made

when you’re buying or selling a home. That’s why we’ve created the Coldwell

Banker Concierge program. A convenient, full-service program created

exclusively for Coldwell Banker customers that goes beyond what you might

expect from a real estate company. We’ll help take care of the details before,

during and after your move by finding the services you need and making

appointments to fit your schedule. The Coldwell Banker Concierge program

was designed with your needs in mind. So call us to get all the details about the

Coldwell Banker Concierge program - the innovative service that will allow

you to focus your attention on the pleasures of living.

SM

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oncierge ListCCOLDWELL BANKER

Appliance Repair R&G Appliance Service, Bob Rabiossi

Appraisal Services Michael Brown & Associates Bay Area Appraisal, Chris Sproghe Montgomery Appraisal

Auto Services Got Dents, Steve The Last Detail, Wade

Carpet Cleaners Home Maintenance Systems, John Golden State, Keith Jet Dry Carpet Cleaning, Tim Seaman

Carpet Installers Factory Direct, Bill Anders

Chimney Inspection and Repairs JK Masonry Leon Masonry Inc., Dave or Rich Mp3 Inspection Service, Bob Gere

Chiropractors Juli Snyder

Clean-Up (Organizational Services) Clutter Pros, Sandy Throne Kathy Stoeckle

Computer (IT) Support Gilmore IT, Joel Gilmore

Contractors Bowen Construction, Dave Bowen Scott Bryan Enterprises, Scott Bryan Donatelli-Castillo Builders

CPA’s Dunham & Watkins, Rick Dunham Elaine Phillips

Donations Unicorn Thrift Shop Benefits EMQ Children’s Services

Electricians Neko Electric, Al Taknahal Wade Electrical, Don Wade

Estate Liquidation Matt Nichols Antiques, Matt

Fencing Cuevas Lumber & Fence, Kevin Delamore Gary Everts Fencing, Gary Everts Sierra Fence Co.

Foundation Inspection Edwards Construction, Ed Jones, Jr. Walt Larabee

Handyman Services Bill Todd (Unlicensed) Bobby Trejo Handyman Services, Dennis

294-6505

978-0408354-2516995-6012

605-0095268-4444

363-1000297-6548243-6075

292-1338

287-2398497-3994

(831) 637-6663

271-2800

569-3254859-9304

421-5219

893-9502294-1188287-4886

260-9600448-4945

997-9188

348-6995377-2323

396-0941

655-7934286-2429286-7071

985-0731364-9000

298-0989449-0848568-9677

Handyman Services Cont’d. Handy One, Gary Halstead Marion Baldwin One Call Does It All S&K Services, Steffin

Hardwood Floors Clark’s Hardwood floors, Doug Clark C&H Hardwood Floors, Calvin

Hauling (Clean-Up) Hard Work Hauling, John Tate Jim’s Half-Price Hauling, Jim Hart U-Save Hauling

Heating & Cooling AAA Furnace and Air, David Hennessee Atlas/Trillo Heating & Cooling Comfort-Air, David Van Buren

Home Warranty AHS Home Warranty, Jacque Ryan Fidelity Home Warranty, Kim Mayer

Housecleaning Mary Jones Housekeeping, Mary Tickled Pink, Susie Painter Delgado Housecleaning, Irma

Insurance Tom Gurske Insurance Agency, Tom Allstate, Nancy State farm, Dick Alesch State farm, Curtis Ford State Farm, Yvonne Kendall

Landscaping Bay Area Landscaping Larson Landscaping, Andy Larson Ramirez Landscaping, Leo

Lawyers Elderly Situations, Matt O’Donnell Trust & Estate Law, Diane Brown

Locksmiths Modern Lock & Security

Masonry Greg Jones Masonry, Greg Jones JK Masonry Leon Masonry, Inc., Dave or Rich

Moving Companies All Reasons Moving Hansen’s

Painting Services E&H Painting, Eun Im Top Painting, Raymond Andale Painting, Bobby Trejo Doug Yeargain Painting, Doug Olympic Painting, Luis

Pool Inspection Kelly Pool Service, Bob Mermaid Pools, Ed Whitecliff Pools

Plumbing Almaden Valley Plumbing, Mike CMS Plumbing, Cory Plumb Perfect, Dave

Property Inspection Homeguard Property Inspection Services, John Gray Retec Property Inspection Tri-Star Inspections, Duane Serrano Viewpoint Inpections, Jason Gingery Wellhouse Inspections

Property Management Western Property Group Valley Management Group, Lloyd Kipp

Resurfacing (Kitchen & Bath) Miracle Method, Dale Burch Bathtub Medic

Roof Inspections & Repairs Daddario Roofing Eastman Roofing Hardy Roof Inspection, Steve Hardy Old Country Roofing (no inspections)

Screens Bull’s Screen Shop DK Screens, Doug

Sheetrock Repair Hole in the Wall, Ron

Staging Center Staging, Debra Shrader Custom Redesigns, Sherry Vincent Enchanting Home, Diane McDonough Designs, Anne Panacea Home Staging, Pamela Nudelman Staging by Maria Campos, Maria Campos

Tax & Financial Services Whitney and Associates, Kat Whitney

Termite Inspections Cornerstone Termite DeAngelo Pest Control, Ray Barrs Homeguard Hydrex Pest Control, Jason Termite Busters, Ed Solano

Termite Fumigation Preparation Prep Solutions, Steve Lane

Tile Contractor Conte Tile, Paul Conte

Tile & Stone Fabricators Gaxiola, Max Gaxiola

Tree Trimming ABC Tree Trimming, Gil Velasquez

Window Cleaning Just Windows

Window & Door Installation Brothers Home Imp., Mike Kavanna

997-3002729-6310978-5279313-1038

866-8386826-1714

836-7774378-2264

268-SAVE

623-5380286-8931213-0777

(800) 735-4663539-8090

268-2132205-6763469-0499

279-7171292-0555918-0877281-2911371-8181

849-6603807-2523421-0357

(415) 324-0644376-2755

294-2364

377-7512287-2398365-1660

747-0995(800) 464-6793

370-9037(510) 507-1716

449-0848823-6158590-6478

559-8244377-8926

(650) 964-9096

268-6923828-6700210-8754

993-1900871-8900365-0255266-2706

(831) 345-7007370-9192

916-4976286-4242

866-4368644-7332

(800) 930-4445971-9000348-4746362-1111

725-4070294-2307

978-HOLE

391-1370280-5457482-1031293-6427354-8900687-3760

666-4445

778-3626842-9561993-1900978-0211377-2505

578-7070

435-8465

773-1746

838-7430

299-6080

295-0852

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Call NOW!408-273-8649

EMERGENCY

SERVICES

24/7

Bonded For$2 Million

H2o ™DAMAGEPROEMERGENCY DISASTER RECOVERY SPECIALISTS

Best Services • Best Prices

Experienced Certified Specialists

FREE ON-SITE INSPECTIONS

BEST SERVICES AND MOST COMPETITIVE PRICING IN THE INDUSTRY!

Water Damage Services • Extractions • Structural Drying • Repairs24/7 Emergency Response • Residential • Commercial

Insurance ClaimsMold & Mildew Remediation • Removal • Prevention

Content Cleaning & Storage From The Attic to The Cellar

CORNERSTONELIMITED

REMODELING DESIGN PROFESSIONALS, INC.

Complete Plans for Successful Remodeling

Dan WinklebleckCertified Green Building [email protected]

80 Gilman Avenue, Suite #29

Campbell, California 95008-3000

Phone: 408-370-3366

Fax: 408-370-9796

CornerstoneLimited.com

408-293-9519FAX: (408) 293-7610

740 West San Carlos St.• San Jose, CA 95126

ROOF GUARDROOFING CO. INC.Ÿ Tar & GravelŸ Wood Shakes, TileŸ Repair & Restoration

Ÿ AnnualŸ Licensed & InsuredŸ Lowest Competitive Prices

RESIDENTIAL • INDUSTRIAL • COMMERCIAL

FREE ESTIMATES

JEFFREY [email protected]

LIC NO. 650682

PlumbPerfect Inc

329 North 7th Street, San Jose, CA 95112

DAVE DELLA MAGGIORALic No 627981

(408) 287-7218

Cell (408) 210-8754 Fax (408) 287-7277

[email protected]

A “QUALITY” SHOP

Residential / Commercial Plumbing

24 HR SERVICE

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BUYING A HOME INA BUYERS MARKET

When is the best time to buy a house? With many

markets reporting an abundance of homes for sale,

and interest rates remaining at near historic lows,

now might be one of the best times in recent

memory. While today’s real

es tate market does offer

advantages to buyers, consumers

still need to be savvy in order to

get the best deal they can.

What follows is some valuable

home buying information that we

at Coldwell Banker think every

home buyer should keep in mind.

When home prices are

lower, it is very tempting for

potential buyers to try to wait as long as possible in

the hopes that prices will decline even further. this

strategy can be detrimental because when there is

high inventory, smart sellers price their homes

properly - not according to past sales but according

to current conditions - so their homes will sell in a

timely fashion. Once a home is priced to what the

current market will bear, buyers will make offers.

The National Association of Realtors reports that

homes are staying on the market for several

months. Recent increased inventory give home

buyers a great opportunity to compare homes that

meet their needs. However, this does not mean that

home buyers should procrastinate. If you find a

Don’t Try to Time the

Market.

Shop Around. Bout Don’t Wait Too Long.

house you love, put in your bid and negotiate.

Don’t provide an opportunity for another buyer to

make an offer.

Currently, mortgage

rates are still near historic lows.

this presents a strong opportunity

to enter the real estate market,

particularly for first time home

buyers who have no need to sell

another home. Simple mortgage

calculators widely available

online can help you determine

just how much you will pay per

month based on a given interest

rate. For example, a monthly

payment on a 30-year fixed 5%

mortgage rate on a $300,000 loan will be $1610.46

It may seem like a

challenging time to enter the market. however,

California legislation now provides a temporary

Homebuyer Tax Credit allocating $100 million for

qualified first-time home buyers of existing homes

and $100 million for purchases of new, or

previously unoccupied, homes. this state tax credit

can give first-time homebuyers just the economic

break they need. The credit is equal to the lesser of

5 percent of the purchase price or $10,000, in equal

instal lments over three

consecut ive years . For

specific details and deadlines

please call one of our Realtors.

Watch Mortgage Rates.

Tax Credit Incentives.

RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE

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495 E. Brokaw Road, San Jose, CA 95112

(408) 441-1114

Kitchen & BathComplete Service

• • Granite

Slab & Tiles

• Marble • Quartz

Travertine

• Slate • Limestone

Onyx • Glass Mosaics • Porcelain

Monday - Friday: 8:30AM - 5:30PMSaturday: 10:00AM - 4:00PM

General Contractor at a Handyman’s Price!

25% Discount on all Termite/Dryrot Repairs.

• Kitchen/Bath Remodeling• Flooring/Moulding• Windows & Doors• Tile/Granite/Marble

• Drywall• Plumbing• Electrical• Termite/Dryrot

*Realtor and Client References available upon request. Payments through Escrow Welcome!

Call Today for a FREE Estimate! 408-892-3375

License# 865283

[email protected]

408-226-03835765 Winfield Boulevard

San Jose, CA 95123LIC NO: 870884

& Interiors, Inc.Carpet, Vinyl, Laminate & Area Rugs

Hardwood

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Is It A Good Time To Buy A Home?

RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE

These are some of the questions we’re hearing and we’d

like to give you a few straight answers.

Yes, it’s a good time to buy a home because home loan

interest rates are still at an all time low. that helps the

buyer.

And if you want to sell, it will be easier to find and qualify

a buyer. Then what? The family that has just sold a home

doesn’t move into a tent. They buy a new home, perhaps a

larger one that’s been out of reach. And, because it’s a

buyer’s market, they can pick from a wide selection and

finance their new home at lower interest rates.

The point is, a buyer’s market can be good for sellers, too,

because they then become buyers and enjoy the benefits of

the current market.

Some people are calling the current real

estate market a buyer’s market. Does that

mean it’s a poor time to try to sell your

home?

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Visit one of our sevenBay Area locations to serve you.

STONE AVE. LOCATIONCOMING SOON!

COLDWELL

aul’sPsince 1954

Bathtub & TileReglazing

Since 1980

“The Professionals’ Choice”

(408) 929-6108 (800) 871-8281

5 Year Warranty

Ÿ Tubs

Ÿ Tile

Ÿ Fiberglass

Ÿ Showers

Ÿ Formica

Ÿ 1-Day Service

Ÿ 100’s of Colors

Ÿ Ready in 24 Hrs.

Ÿ Volume Pricing

Ÿ Free EstimatesCont. Lic #507432

Ÿ Locks Re-KeyedŸ Deadbolts InstalledŸ Electronic LocksŸ Sliding Glass Door

Locks Repaired

-Since 1948-

1615 WESTWOOD DRIVECentrally located in the heart of Silicon Valley in San Jose

(408) 309-4298Darrin Wicker

CA Contractors Lic 709436LCO 5014

www. .comModernLock

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• ORIENTAL & AREA RUG CLEANING

• GARMENT DYEING

• FLAME RETARDING • BED PILLOW RENOVATING

• FIBER PROTECTION • RUG PICK-UP & DELIVERY

• LEATHER & FEATHER BED CLEANING

408•453•1054

• 759 Guestrooms • Outdoor Lap Pool with Jacuzzi • Tennis and Basketball Courts

• Starbucks and Two Restaurants on-site • Covered Self Parking

• Easy Access to San Jose Airport (SJC) and Highways 101, 237, and 280

Welcomes You!

2700 Mission College Blvd., Santa Clara - Corner of Great America Parkway

408-988-1500 | scmarriott.com

MARRIOTT, SANTA CLARA

Searching for a new home? Relocating? Feel free to stay with Marriott!

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IT’S YOUR MOVEWho will you trust with your life’s possessions?

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people like you through this process every year for over 40 years.

YOU CAN TRUST US. LET US PROVE IT.

To arrange a FREE, NO-OBLIGATION estimate

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Call (866) 777-8407

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